Before I simply dive-in and remove the steering-box to send it off to be rebuilt, I'm hoping someone can help me understand something? After detaching the Pittman arm and unbolting the steering-box from the frame, Is the steering-shaft removable from the box itself or does it remain attached? Thanks!
one piece . pull the steering wheel then pull the shaft out of the column with the box. hey chevy could you take a picture of the shift linkage for me ? i took mine apart a year ago and now cant find the picture!1
Thanks Flop! I do have a couple of cruddy pics and I did find an illustration, however I will gladly take better photos tomorrow and post them for you. .
thanks alot chevy!! if you could get a pic behind the front arm that would be great !! thanks alot!! just had my steering box rebuilt and i painted the column so i took everything apart . make sure the rubber bushing in the pitman arm is good as well i had some play there too.!
I'm so sorry, I was half way to the shop this morning when I realized I forgot the camera. I'll do it tomorrow. (I placed the camera next to my car keys so I won't forget again.) In the mean time, I would be interested in knowing how much it cost to have yours done, and by whom? I found only one place that offered to do it, and they want $275.00 to start, plus what ever-else it may need. I've been avoiding having it done because of the potential cost, and I wouldn't be able to drive the car during this time. So far, I haven't been able to find a core reasonably priced to send off instead. But first, I'm going to give it the the ole' college try and attempt to adjust it. Perhaps I will get lucky? Thanks! I will post the pics when I get home tomorrow evening.
thats what i did chevy . i have a core here if you need it .i bought another box and had it rebuilt. it was 375 i do believe to rebuild the box. i adjusted mine it lasted for a while then went back to steering a cruise ship!
That's great Flop! I sure could use the core to send out as soon as I can. I will be glad to offer a few bucks for it. I will PM you for details...fantastic! Thank you! I'm sorry for getting back so late...but I did manage to put up a couple of more pics for you. I hope they do the trick! Yes, adjusted mine and the same thing is happening. Cruise-Ship is a perfect description!
If you find a good source for the rebuild, let me know if you don't mind. I'm steering the Costa Concordia myself.
Hey there MonkeySpunk http://www.rebuildingfactory.com/?gclid=CIDm2_Ll9K0CFcnc4Aod4Ud4tg This is the only place I found. I called them and it was $275.00 to start plus what ever. I guess their pricing is why I'm not breaking down their door to get mine done. I really want to try and adjust mine one more time. There are 3 adjustments, I only tried one. But I do like this "We rebuild your part within 3-5 business days!" Let me know how it goes, if you choose to have yours done!
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